Blueberries originated in the Netherlands, but they also originated in North America.
In summer , the flowers develop in blueberries. The beautiful large purple berries can be used for jams, drinks, ice cream, etc.
The Cranberry is a plant that thrives best in semi-shade. It is best planted in humus-rich, slightly acidic soil.
The American Cranberry needs little pruning in its first year. After that, proper pruning prevents the shrub from becoming too dense and its berries from being too small.
The total production per plant is often slightly lower after pruning. You can prune the blueberry in early spring. You can also remove 6-year-old fruit branches.
They are also delicious eaten directly from the plant.
Main characteristics of the plant:
- Winter resistance: good
- Soil type: rich in humus, slightly acidic
- Humidity levels: slightly humid
- Position: Sun / semi-shade
- Height: to 80 cm
- Evergreen or deciduous: evergreen
- Pruning: in February-March (minimum pruning in the first years)
- Fertilization: organic fertilizer between March and May
- Flower: White/Pink Flowers
- Fruits: blue/purple, large berries
- Flowering period: April-May
- Harvest: around June
- Fun fact: Birds also love berries. Defeat them or use a net to cover the shrub, for example.
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